They stayed like that for a long time, tangled together in the quiet room as the sun rose higher.
For a few brief moments, the threat of the Empire and the mysterious boy felt far away.
They found comfort in each other's warmth, trying to hold onto this peaceful feeling before the inevitable storm of the meeting with Luoye and the intruder arrived.
Xing Luoguang didn't waste any time. After leaving his room, he went straight to find his brother. He found Xing Luoye in the command center, staring at digital maps of the desert with a dark, brooding expression.
"Brother," Luoguang began, his voice firm but filled with a hint of pleading.
"I have spoken with Yue Yue. She was heartbroken that we doubted her. She has no way to contact the Empire, and she is willing to do anything to prove her innocence."
Xing Luoye didn't even turn around. "Of course she said that. What did you expect? A confession?"
"She wants to meet the boy," Luoguang continued, stepping closer.
